Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Pressure

Pressure — practice question

A $45000\,\text{N}$ elephant is standing on the floor using all four feet. The mean pressure exerted on the floor by the elephant’s foot that is in contact with it is $34\,000\,\text{Pa}$. What is the area of each foot of the elephant?

  • A$0.19\,\text{m}^2$
  • B$0.33\,\text{m}^2$
  • C$0.76\,\text{m}^2$
  • D$1.3\,\text{m}^2$

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 1-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme.

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI